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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hylozoism

/hɪloʊˈziːzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does hylozoism mean?

noun

A philosophical theory that living matter is the fundamental substance of the universe, and that all matter is imbued with a vital force or spirit.

Example

"The philosopher's hylozoism posited that plants and animals were imbued with a vital energy that drove their growth and development."

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